Aerospace Angels is a national network of business angels specializing in aeronautics and space. It brings together passionate investors who support innovative start-ups by providing them with pre-seed/seed financing, sector expertise, credibility, and tailored support to foster their growth.
A non-profit association established under the French law of 1901, created in June 2023 by Sabrina Barré and Jade Ricouart, ASTRES has quickly become the go-to collective for students and young professionals passionate about space in France. By bringing together young enthusiasts from diverse academic backgrounds, we aim to create a forum where varied ideas and perspectives can contribute to shaping France’s future space strategy. With a focus on diversity and gender equality, we demonstrate that the space sector is accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or gender, encouraging young people to consider careers and missions in this thriving field.
As a public consulting firm, we work to support the internationalization of the French economy.
Convinced that the right people can change everything, we provide entrepreneurs with our expertise and the power of our network in France and around the world.
Our teams open new markets for French companies and contribute to France’s attractiveness to foreign investors, generating business and jobs in France.
Created in 2006, the French Maritime Cluster (CMF) brings together all the players in the maritime ecosystem, from industry to services and maritime activities of all kinds.
The GICAN, Groupement des Industries de la Construction et Activités Navales, is the professional union that brings together French industrialists in the naval and maritime sector.
A major component of the Filière des Industriels de la Mer, GICAN today brings together more than 320 companies in the naval industry: shipyards, system integrators, integrators, equipment manufacturers, design offices and engineering and service companies that work on the design, manufacture, maintenance, modernization, dismantling and deconstruction of ships, submarines, drones, aeromaritime means, marine renewable energies and everything related to the exploration and valorization of the oceans.
Engineers and Scientists of France (IESF) represents engineers and scientists in France. As a major player in scientific, technological, and economic debates, IESF is recognized as a public utility organization since 1860 and is an independent and apolitical federation.
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The NewSpace Task Force of MEDEF International supports industrial companies and start-ups in the sector with their international expansion by organizing business missions, high-level meetings in France, and long-term initiatives targeting both French and foreign public authorities. These companies gain increased visibility for their products and services among top-level institutions.
Space Women Alliance is an international initiative committed to promoting inclusion in the space sector. Its mission is to inspire, empower, and advocate for women and their allies to strengthen equity and diversity across the global space ecosystem.
Through flagship programs: SWANRise (mentorship), SWANSpace (talent visibility), and SWANChampion (collective advocacy), the network brings together committed women and men to help build a more inclusive, innovative, and socially responsible space sector.